Awards

Awards

Nebraska Extension annually awards outstanding and innovative professionals.  Anyone can nominate an Extension professional. An awards selection committee reviews the nominations and provides a list of recommendations to the Dean and Director.  Awards are announced and distributed during the Nebraska Extension Fall Conference.

Excellence in Extension Award

This award recognizes excellence in Extension. Nominations may be for individuals or teams and should focus on one of the following areas of excellence based on values. Describe how the individual or team nominee has excelled in one of the particular value areas. Team nominees should only include individuals who are making significant contributions.

• Uniquely Local:  We are where you are. We are the only team bringing the resources of the University of Nebraska to all 93 Nebraska counties, serving the distinct needs of Nebraskans from all walks of life in every corner of the state.
• Collaborative::  We love working with our fellow Nebraskans. We convene stakeholders, leaders, and experts to co-create solutions that make a positive impact on complex issues facing Nebraskans.
• Relevant:  If it's important to you, It's important to us. We leverage the fundamental strengths of Nebraskans and the University to create results that truly matter to lives and livelihoods.
• Accountable:  We answer to the Nebraskans we serve. We return Nebraskans' investment in their University directly to their counties and communities, showing proof of performance through transparent reporting.
• Research-based:  You can count on us for unbiased information. We provide scientifically sound insight that helps Nebraskans make important decisions with even greater confidence.
• Inclusive:  We're here to serve all Nebraskans. We honor and respect every person and every interaction and proactivity foster a welcoming and inclusive culture in which accessible, meaningful learning experiences are available for everyone.
• Responsive:  We're ready when and where Nebraskans need us. We listen to what's on the minds of Nebraskans and assemble the right teams with the right expertise to address their challenges and capitalize on opportunities.
• Innovative:  We're never satisfied with the status quo. We anticipate and embrace change and continually challenge ourselves and our stakeholders to taka a "what if?" and "why not?" approach to problem-solving.

See Previous Winners

2023 Team Award Winners

• Nit Kit Team
• Food, Nutrition and Health - PEARS Evaluation Team
• Escape to a 4-H Camp